Chemonics International seeks a Chief of Party (COP) for the anticipated USAID-funded Egypt Macroeconomic Activity. The project will seek to address macroeconomic issues and enhance the resiliency of Egypt’s macroeconomic framework. The COP will report to the Program Director in Chemonics’ Washington Office and oversee both the technical and operational management of program activities. The COP will also be the primary point of coordination for contract implementation. The COP must have at least 10 years of experience working on donor-funded projects in Egypt and/or the wider region. Candidate should have proficient English skills and be well-versed in issues related to macroeconomic resilience and stability, public finance and debt management, climate change financing, and foreign direct investments.
This position will be based in Cairo. We are looking for dynamic individuals with a passion for making a difference in the lives of people around the world.
Responsibilities:
- Provide overall direction, leadership, and management of the project to ensure seamless program implementation and ensure project technical assistance is high quality, technically sound, and appropriate.
- Ensure quality control and the overall responsiveness of technical assistance provided under the contract, including necessary adjustments to operations to meet USAID requirements.
- Oversee strategic work planning, performance management, strategic communications, contractual and budgetary aspects of program management, and timely preparation of the annual implementation plan.
- Manage a large and diverse team.
- Publicly represent the project and oversee coordination with key stakeholders, including USAID, government officials, private sector entities, civil society organizations, and others in politically sensitive contexts.
- Establish an inclusive office environment that encourages integrity, honesty, open communications, and commitment to compliance with local laws, USAID rules and regulations, and Chemonics’ policies and procedures.
- Supervise technical and administrative project staff, consultants, and partner organizations to achieve expected results.
- Ensure compliance with USAID, U.S. government, and local laws, regulations, policies, and procedures.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in economics, public finance, international development, or a related field is required. An advanced degree is preferred.
- At least ten years of experience managing economic growth donor-assisted projects. Experience in macroeconomic resilience and stability, public finance and debt management, climate change financing, and foreign direct investments preferred.
- Experience with projects of similar scope/complexity in Egypt and/or the wider region.
- Demonstrated experience advancing equitable, inclusive, and accessible programming that engages a diverse range of stakeholders is required.
- Understanding of country context and key stakeholders is required.
- Demonstrated leadership and vision, versatility, integrity, and interpersonal skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication and presentation skills in English required. Arabic fluency advantageous.
Application Instructions:
Please complete and submit the following form with your CV and cover letter attached by August 31, 2023. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Only finalists will be contacted.
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